Killermans Run Grenache Shiraz Mataro
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Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 8 years from vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Slow-roasted lamb shoulder, barbecued pork ribs, wild mushroom risotto
✨ wine.spec_sheet
The 'Killermans Run' range by Kilikanoon is named in honor of Alan John Harrison, a legendary local character known affectionately as 'Killerman.' In the mid-20th century, Killerman lived a rugged, entirely self-sufficient lifestyle in a hand-built bark hut in the hills behind the Kilikanoon property, hunting for his food and crafting his own wild wines. This Grenache Shiraz Mataro (GSM) blend captures that independent, earthy spirit. Crafted using fruit sourced from select vineyards across South Australia, the wine undergoes traditional vinification, including gentle pressing and maturation in seasoned French oak hogsheads. The result is a classic Australian GSM that beautifully balances the bright, red-berry perfume of Grenache, the plush structure and dark spice of Shiraz, and the rustic, savory undertones of Mataro.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1997 by winemaker Kevin Mitchell, Kilikanoon is nestled in the picturesque Clare Valley of South Australia, operating from a historic property in Penwortham. The winery is celebrated for its meticulous, terroir-driven approach, sourcing fruit from diverse microclimates and ancient, ungrafted vines to craft wines of immense depth and character. Kilikanoon is particularly renowned for its powerful yet elegant Shiraz expressions, such as the flagship Oracle Shiraz and Covenant Shiraz, alongside exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, and crisp Clare Valley Rieslings. This dedication to expressing regional identity has earned the estate international acclaim as one of Australia's premier boutique wineries of the modern era.